Which is the oldest method of study of behaviour:

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  1. Introspection
  2. Experimental
  3. Psychoanalysis
  4. None of these

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Option 1 : Introspection
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Psychology is defined as the science of behaviour that can be observed and measured. In the field of psychology, researchers use different kinds of methods or techniques for precise and reliable data collection.

Here 'introspection method' is correct in the context as it is synonymous to 'self-observation'. It is the oldest method of educational psychology given by psychologist 'Wihlem Wundt' and his disciple 'Titchener'.

Introspection method emphasizes upon collecting data by:

  • gaining information about one's own state of mind.
  • experiencing one's own mental state and thoughts.
  • observing and analysing one's own feelings and emotions.
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Experimental method

It refers to a method that is designed to study the interrelationship between an independent and a dependent variable under controlled conditions.

Psychoanalysis

It is a method of analysing psychic phenomena and treating emotional disorders that involves treatment sessions during which the client or the patient is encouraged to talk freely about personal experiences and especially about early childhood and dreams.

 

Hence, it could be concluded that in 'introspection method' information is obtained from the same person selected for the study.

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